Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.
Guangzhou Eric Wei Chemical Co., Ltd.

Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 Waterborne Polyester Resin

Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 is a high-performance waterborne polyester resin from Toyobo’s VYLONAL series, engineered for eco-friendly industrial coatings. It delivers excellent gloss retention, chemical resistance, and film-forming capability with low VOC. Ideal for metal and plastic substrates, it enables stable dispersion, fast drying, and superior adhesion without organic solvents.
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Features Of Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 Waterborne Polyester Resin

  1. Low-VOC, environmentally compliant waterborne polyester dispersion meeting stringent global regulatory requirements.

  2. Excellent film-forming capability with balanced hardness and flexibility for durable coatings.

  3. Good compatibility with acrylic emulsions, polyurethane dispersions, and common crosslinkers (e.g., melamine, aziridine).

  4. Stable storage at 5–35°C with shelf life of ≥12 months in unopened original packaging.

  5. Low odor and non-hazardous classification under GHS for safer handling and transportation.

Typical Applications Of Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 Waterborne Polyester Resin

  1. Waterborne industrial maintenance coatings for metal substrates.

  2. High-performance topcoats for architectural pre-finished metal (PPM) and coil coating primers.

  3. Interior wood coatings requiring low emissions and good sandability.

  4. Base formulations for waterborne automotive refinish clearcoats and basecoats.

  5. Functional binders in specialty printing inks for flexible packaging films.

Specifications Of Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 Waterborne Polyester Resin

Chemical TypeWaterborne polyester dispersion
Product FormLiquid, ready-to-use aqueous dispersion
AppearanceOpaque white to light yellow liquid
pH (25°C)7.5–8.5
Solids Content (wt%)35.0 ± 1.5
Viscosity (mPa·s, Brookfield LVT, #2 spindle, 60 rpm, 25°C)150–400
Density (g/cm³, 25°C)1.02–1.06
Freeze-Thaw StabilityPass (3 cycles at –10°C / 25°C)


Toyobo VYLONAL MD-1400 Waterborne Polyester Resin – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the primary function of VYLONAL MD-1400 in waterborne coating systems?

A: VYLONAL MD-1400 serves as a film-forming binder and crosslinker carrier in waterborne polyester-based coatings, enhancing hardness, chemical resistance, and gloss retention while maintaining low VOC content and good storage stability.


Q2: Is VYLONAL MD-1400 compatible with common waterborne acrylic or polyurethane dispersions?

A: Yes, it demonstrates broad compatibility with many waterborne acrylics, polyurethanes, and hybrid dispersions, enabling formulation flexibility for industrial wood, metal, and plastic coatings—though compatibility testing under specific conditions is recommended prior to full-scale use.


Q3: How does VYLONAL MD-1400 contribute to curing performance in ambient- or low-bake applications?

A: It is designed to support efficient coalescence and self-crosslinking at moderate temperatures, allowing for good film development and property build-up even in ambient-cure or low-bake (e.g., 60–80 °C) processes, without requiring strong external catalysts.


Q4: Can VYLONAL MD-1400 be used in food-contact compliant coatings?

A: While VYLONAL MD-1400 is formulated without intentionally added heavy metals or formaldehyde, final food-contact compliance depends on the complete coating formulation, processing conditions, and applicable regional regulatory assessments—formulators must conduct full regulatory evaluation for intended end-use.



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